Review of Z (1969) by Brian K — 22 Feb 2012

One of the most engrossing political thrillers of the last century.

This review of Z (1969) was written by Brian K on 22 Feb 2012.

Z has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Beau D (125) on 28 Sep 2012

When an anti-war senator is killed at a rally, the guilty thugs turn out to be part of a right-wing plot that goes all the way to the top…

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By Knox M (462) on 20 Apr 2017

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By Scott R (2,451) on 06 Feb 2018

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By Bill B (2,505) on 27 Aug 2017

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By Michael T (3,420) on 14 Aug 2011

Though the plot took me sometime to put together (I was expecting the film to take place in Greece, but the language was in French, and the…

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